FARMFOODS LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- SC030186
- Registered Address
- 7 Greens Road, Blairlinn, Cumbernauld, G67 2TU
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 4,767
- Turnover
- £942,446,000
- EBITDA
- £35,969,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://www.farmfoods.co.uk/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 8 July 1954
- Nature of Business
- 47110 - Retail sale in non-specialised stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating
- Industries
- Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
- Region
- Scotland
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec 2024 - 28 Jun 2025 | 21 Jul 2025 | 39 | 25% | 64% | 11% | 56% |
| 30 Jun 2024 - 28 Dec 2024 | 29 Jan 2025 | 40 | 29% | 60% | 11% | 81% |
| 31 Dec 2023 - 29 Jun 2024 | 11 Jul 2024 | 41 | 27% | 63% | 10% | 76% |
| 02 Jul 2023 - 30 Dec 2023 | 30 Jan 2024 | 41 | 34% | 57% | 9% | 73% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 01 Jul 2023 | 13 Jul 2023 | 37 | 35% | 56% | 9% | 72% |
| 02 Jan 2022 - 02 Jul 2022 | 20 Jul 2022 | 38 | 35% | 54% | 11% | 68% |
| 03 Jan 2021 - 03 Jul 2021 | 23 Jul 2021 | 36 | 37% | 55% | 8% | 69% |
| 28 Jun 2020 - 02 Jan 2021 | 31 Jan 2021 | 32 | 41% | 56% | 3% | 66% |
| 30 Dec 2018 - 29 Jun 2019 | 12 Jul 2019 | 36 | 37% | 56% | 7% | 75% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 29 Dec 2018 | 28 Jan 2019 | 33 | 43% | 53% | 4% | 64% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 25 Jul 2018 | 33 | 41% | 56% | 3% | 64% |
Payment Time Trends
Payment Distribution Trends
Invoice Payment Practices
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Farmfoods Limited does not set standard payment terms as terms are generally agreed with each individual supplier. The most common terms are 30 days or less and the longest agreed terms are typically end of month plus 30 days.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
No additional information
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Farmfoods Limited works with it's suppliers to ensure any dispute is resolved quickly, initially through the finance department but if required, by escalation to the relevant individuals.
Other Payment Information
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Company Summary
FARMFOODS LIMITED is a UK-based frozen food retailer that operates over 300 stores across the country. The company was founded in 1955 and is currently owned by the Vestey Group.
The company offers a wide range of frozen food products, including meat, vegetables, fish, and ready meals, at affordable prices. They also have a loyalty card program that offers discounts and rewards to customers.
In terms of sustainability, FARMFOODS LIMITED is committed to reducing their environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices. They have implemented energy-saving measures in their stores and have reduced their plastic packaging by 50% in recent years. They also have a partnership with FareShare, a charity that redistributes surplus food to those in need.
The key people at FARMFOODS LIMITED include Managing Director Eric Herd, Finance Director David Cox, and Operations Director David Simister.
For any inquiries or to find a store near you, you can visit their website at www.farmfoods.co.uk. Their registered office address is Farmfoods Ltd, Farmfoods House, Carseview Road, Forfar, Angus DD8 3BT.
